Bobby Allison

Historical marker location:

20 E Main St, Hampton, Georgia

( Marker can be reached from the intersection of East Main Street and McDonough Street, on the right when traveling south.)

Hampton Speed Lane. 2017.

The state of Georgia was once home to a thriving film industry, with Hollywood studios establishing themselves in Atlanta in the early 20th century. However, the industry largely moved to California after the introduction of sound in films made outdoor filming difficult due to the noise pollution of the city.